The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the CEN 09/2025 notification for Group D Level-1 Recruitment 2026. Through this recruitment drive, 22,195 Group ‘D’ posts will be filled in the Indian Railways. The online application process started on January 31, 2026, and the last date to apply is March 2, 2026. This is a great opportunity for candidates who have passed the 10th grade. The examination will be conducted in multiple stages, including a Computer-Based Test (CBT), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), and document verification.
RRB Railway Group D 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | January 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 31 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 02 March 2026 |
| Last Date Fee Payment | 04 March 2026 |
| Correction Window | 05 – 14 March 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | Before Exam |
| Exam Date | As per Schedule |
| Result Date | Mid 2026 (Expected) |
Vacancy Short Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Application Level | National Level |
| Application Type | Government Job |
| Recruitment Body | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Post Name | Group D Level-1 |
| Total Vacancies | 22,195 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam Mode | Online (CBT) |
| Starting Salary | ₹18,000 + Allowances |
| Application Short Name | RRB Group D |
| Application Full Form | Railway Recruitment Board Group D |
| Official Website | indianrailways.gov.in rrbcdg.gov.in |
RRB Group D 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidate ne High School / Matriculation (10th Pass) kisi recognized board se pass ki ho.
Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 33 Years
SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates ko Railway rules ke according age relaxation milegi.
Other Criteria
- Indian Citizen hona mandatory
- Valid ID proof (Aadhaar / PAN / Voter ID)
RRB Railway Group D 2026 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Railway Group ‘D’ (Level-1 Various Posts) | 22195 |
(Zone wise / category wise breakup official notification me diya gaya hai.)
RRB Railway Group D 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹250 |
| All Female Candidates | ₹250 |
Fee Refund (After CBT Appearing)
- UR/OBC/EWS: ₹400 refund
- SC/ST/PwBD/Female: ₹250 refund
Payment Mode: Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Male Candidates
- 35 KG weight lift & carry (100 meters in 2 minutes)
- 1000 meters running in 4 min 15 sec
Female Candidates
- 20 KG weight lift & carry (100 meters in 2 minutes)
- 1000 meters running in 5 min 40 sec
⚠️ Note: I will get only one chance in PET.
RRB Railway Group D 2026 Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
How to Apply Online for RRB Railway Group D 2026
- Go to the official website – RRB regional portal
- Click on “CEN 09/2025 – Group D Apply Online”
- Complete registration and login
- Fill in personal details and upload documents
- Pay the application fee
- Submit the application and print the confirmation page
⚠️ Important: Name, Date of Birth, and category must match the certificates.
Important Links
| Important Links | Action |
|---|---|
| Online Registration | Apply Now |
| Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Follow Updates | WhatsApp Channel |
| Official Website | Visit Now |
